Proactiv Solution : Acne Treatment System

Brand:
Reviews
2.7
5960 Reviews
▸ View ingredients
▾ View ingredients

Renewing Cleanser Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), magnesium aluminum silicate, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, sorbitol, dimethyl isosorbide, disodium PEG-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, tridecyl stearate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, polyethylene, cetyl esters, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium hyaluronate, sodium PCA, xanthan gum, tridecyl trimellitate, propylene glycol, Imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum). Revitalizing Toner Water (aqua), glycolic acid, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, rosa canina fruit extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium PCA, panthenol, glycerin, propylene glycol, allantoin, polysorbate 20, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, benzophenone-4, tetrasodium EDTA, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum), blue 1 (CI 42090), yellow 5 (CI 19140). Repairing Treatment Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), ethoxydiglycol, cyclotetrasiloxane, cyclopentasiloxane, cetearyl alcohol, propylene glycol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, panthenol, allantoin, xanthan gum, ceteareth-20, carbomer, triethanolamine, diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).

Items marked with red have tested a 3 or above (out of 5) in comedogenic (pore-clogging) testing.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

5
8.8%
4
20.9%
3
23.8%
2
21.7%
1
24.8%

Used Proactiv Solution : Acne Treatment System? Rate It:

Choose from 1 to 5 stars
Sort by: Most Helpful
Order:
Number of Stars
Choose All That Apply
Clear All Filters
Done
September 21, 2008

Pros:

cleared up most acne. convenient as it gets mailed to you every few months or so.

Cons:

i still get horrible deep breakouts once in a while. When i used the program 2 times a day in the winter, caused HORRIBLE flakes and stinging. and not all pimples went away. so flaky and pimply- eww. bleaches towels, bedding even some clothing.

This worked moderately well for me. CANNOT use it twice a day as recommended, so that could be why i'm not getting the amazing results other people are talking about. Too expensive and stinky!
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
September 19, 2008

Pros:

It cleared up some of my acne.

Cons:

It was too costly for my budget and my acne didn't go away completely like the people on the commercials. There was still some there but not as much.

CONS CONTINUED: There must be some kind of chemicals in the product that my skin was used to because when I stopped using it, MY SKIN GOT WORSE THAN IT EVER GOT IN MY LIFE! AND NOW I'M DYING TO FIND A CURE FOR ACNE! I DON'T WANT TO TAKE DANGEROUS PILLS I HERE ABOUT BECAUSE OF THEIR SIDE EFFECTS AND FACE CLEANSERS LEAVE YOUR SKIN HOOKED! THIS IS VERY DEPRESSING BECAUSE I HAVE TO WEAR MAKE-UP FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE UNTIL SOMEONE FINDS A CURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
September 4, 2008

Pros:

Half way works.

Cons:

Time consuming if done properly. Can no longer go tanning - completely dries out my face after 1 session. For those who say it smells good -- your crazy -- this stuff smells like butt!

When I became pregnant with my daughter my hormones decided to screw with me. Instead of having that "pregnancy glow" my face, neck, shoulders, back ... everything... turned into a giant acne pizza. I had never suffered from acne before ... it was so gross. Pregnancy is suppose to be the most exciting time in a woman's life ... it was my most embarassing. I tried everything while I was pregnant, pro-activ included ... nothing worked. I finally realized that it was my hormones and there was nothing I could do about it until I popped that kid out! =) About a week after I had my daughter I decided to give proactiv another try. It worked for a few weeks and then I broke out again, really bad... but I stuck with it, and now I have clear skin. I get one small zit every few months, but that's about it ... and usually it's due to stress. Just remember - those are PAID ACTORS in the commercials. Your skin will NEVER look like theirs. Ever. Those people have been airbrushed.
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
September 4, 2008

Pros:

works quickly.

Cons:

pricey and I don't use all of the three steps. I only like the bp lotion because it glides on so easily and works for the first year. And then my skin got so dried out to a point where I can't even wear foundation any more!

I would recommend this to people, but I just ask them to see for themselves.
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
August 17, 2008

Pros:

Its super easy to use.
Makes face soft and smooth.
The refining mask makes miracles!!!

Cons:

the toner makes ur face itch a little bit. but there is really no cons :)

Try it and if it works keep using it!!! :)
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
August 13, 2008

Pros:

it does an ok job of clearing up some of the acne

Cons:

funny people are saying its drying there face, mine seems to be more oily with this product. esp when i use the toner and lotion.

if you have bad acne its best to see a dermatologist. nothing is going to be a cure.
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
August 12, 2008

Pros:

helped my acne

Cons:

overdrying

At first I used all three Proactiv products twice a day like the instructions tell you to do, but my face became VERY dry! I was using a ton of moisturizer and my face was still dry. I decided not to give up and instead only use the cleanser twice a day and the other two products I only use every once in a while or when I have a break-out. My acne is not completely gone, but the Proactiv definitely helps and by using the products less my face is not so dry. My advice is to give it a try and if it is too drying or irritating to your skin, then just use it less and see what happens. Though my acne is not completely gone, I am still happy with Proactiv because it keeps me from breaking out so often and my skin is clearer and smoother.
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
August 5, 2008

Pros:

it worked well when it actually worked

Cons:

too high-maintenance and time-consuming, way too expensive for the quality of the product

i used this regimen for about 2 years. it took about a month to see any results and then i was relatively clear for a while. after about a year and a half it just stopped working and i got annoyed. who wants to pay that much when it no longer works?
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
August 5, 2008

Pros:

Gets rid of most acne and redness, skin looks even and has a smoother texture.

Cons:

Left my face very dry for the first few weeks, the bottles break easily. You have to avoid sunlight/ultraviolet exposure & therefore must also use a sunscreen.

Proactiv has worked well for me, although I can only use it once a day because it really dries out my face because of this I have to use a moisturiser after the repairing lotion. You may need to adjust the amount you use, and build up your usage slowly to avoid peeling/redness.
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
July 29, 2008

Pros:

it opens pores so u can easily push out pus. makes skin feel smooth. the 2nd step (light blue bottle) gets rid of dirt and dry skin.

Cons:

Leaves face very oily after use.leaves dry skin around eyebrows & hair line. increases sunlight sensitivity.

make sure u get oil removing pads
This Was Helpful

3 user(s) found this helpful

Report
Previous
1 … 22 23 24 25 26 … 90
Next

Relevant Treatment(s):